Meaghan Beese

Meaghan Beese is an American actor, singer, and playwright originally from New Jersey. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre from Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she trained in performance, dance, and musical storytelling. Early in her career, she expanded her skills through additional training at Upright Citizens Brigade and Broadway Dance Center, focusing on improvisation and ensemble work.

As a playwright, Beese is known for crafting comedic, character-driven stories centered around bold female voices. In 2018, she debuted her original one-act comedy Fish, Chicken, Beef at Manhattan Repertory Theatre, where she also performed in the role of Monica. Her writing blends sharp dialogue, awkward realism, and a strong sense of timing, often exploring the humor in everyday interactions and relationships.

In addition to her writing, Beese has built a performance career on stage and screen. Her regional theatre credits include productions such as Ragtime and various seasonal shows at Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre. On screen, she has appeared in Hallmark’s A Holiday Spectacular as well as in short films like Peace of Mind. She remains active in the New York cabaret and improv scenes, continuing to balance performance and writing.

Beese’s creative style brings together theatrical comedy, strong character work, and physical storytelling. Drawing from personal experience and observational humor, she writes plays and monologues that feel both authentic and entertaining. Her background in musical theatre and improvisation enhances her ability to create vivid, emotionally resonant comedic moments on stage.

Meaghan Beese continues to develop original work while performing in both theatrical and on-camera projects. A member of both AEA and SAG-AFTRA, she is committed to writing stories that are funny, grounded, and driven by truth. Whether acting or writing, she brings heart, humor, and a fresh perspective to every project she takes on.